SMS: BlueJay families, please check out the latest BlueJay Bulletin here! https://secure.smore.com/n/zq4a1
Shepherd High School Leadership designed some school swag that is now in an online store. Get your items delivered to your doorstep!
https://pogo.undergroundshirts.com/collections/shepard-schools-apparel
https://pogo.undergroundshirts.com/collections/shepard-schools-apparel
Saturday is the Shepherd Elementary school's Arts and Crafts Show! Come out and show your support for Shepherd Elementary and the many local vendors that will be in attendance!
Friday night the wrestling team finished 5th at the Ithaca Invitational. Individual placers were Markiss Kiehl 2nd Place, Ty Tyler 4th Place, Ronnie Kiehl 1st Place, Gaige Mikek 2nd Place and Jermey Riddle 3rd Place.
Last night the wrestling team took on Gladwin and Pinconning. Getting wins for the wrestling team were Anthony Seeley, Spencer Campbell, Ty Tyler, Bryce Florian, Gaige Mikek, Kadin Peacock, Kaleb Schafer, and Henry Wheeler.
BlueJays, we’ve got TWO SOAR contests happening right now!
First up: Coins for a Cause!
November is National Homelessness Awareness Month, and we’re teaming up with the United Way to support the Isabella County Restoration House.
If you’ve got loose change at home, bring it to your SOAR class through Tuesday, November 24. Every coin helps make a difference for families in our community—let’s see how much we can raise!
Next: Hoops for Hunger!
This food drive runs until December 19th, and every item you bring helps fight hunger right here in Isabella County.
You can donate:
Non-perishable food: canned fruits & veggies, soups, cereal, boxed meals, condiments
Household & hygiene items: shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, paper products, diapers
And remember: $1 = 9 pounds of food!
The SOAR class in each grade with the most total pounds collected earns a trip to the Hoops for Hunger basketball game on January 7th!
Rally Day is coming up on Tuesday the 24th, remember that everyone attends, but here’s an important reminder about how you qualify.
Your eligibility is based on Attendance, Academics, and Attitude. But here’s the key part:
👉 If you earned a detention for tardies, those tardy detentions do NOT count against your Attitude score.
Students, yesterday, I sent you an email about your Trimester 2 schedule. Please make sure you read through that email and check your schedule.
A quick reminder about Respect and Accountability:
Students, the time between classes is when you should be taking care of your personal needs. Being Respectful means valuing ourselves and others — and that includes respecting your teachers’ time by being prepared and ready to learn when class begins.
If you run out of water during class, you can almost always wait until the next passing time to refill. Taking care of these things ahead of time helps keep the class running smoothly and shows Respect and Accountability.
Celebrate the successes of others — their win is your win, too. When someone around you does something great, lift them up. That’s what REAL Blue Jays do. Be R.E.A.L. every day. And always know, we’re glad you’re here.”
SMS Announcements
Girls basketball last night against Ogemaw Heights
7th grade won 50-29
8th grade won 45-16
BlueJays, we’ve got TWO SOAR contests happening right now!
First up: Coins for a Cause!
November is National Homelessness Awareness Month, and we’re teaming up with the United Way to support the Isabella County Restoration House.
If you’ve got loose change at home, bring it to your SOAR class for the next 6 days through Tuesday, November 24. Every coin helps make a difference for families in our community—let’s see how much we can raise!
Next: Hoops for Hunger!
This food drive runs until December 19th, and every item you bring helps fight hunger right here in Isabella County.
You can donate:
Non-perishable food: canned fruits & veggies, soups, cereal, boxed meals, condiments
Household & hygiene items: shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, paper products, diapers
And remember: $1 = 9 pounds of food!
The SOAR class in each grade with the most total pounds collected earns a trip to the Hoops for Hunger basketball game on January 7th!
If you have questions, just ask a WEB member or someone from the Leadership Class.
BlueJays, you are able to look at your next Tri schedule in PowerSchool and might want to see if you can change it. This week will be the best week to try, if your reasons are appropriate
Appropriate reasons to request a schedule change:
You have two of the same class.
You are missing a core class (Math, ELA, Science, Social Studies).
You would like to see if there is a different elective option available.
Not appropriate reasons to request a schedule change:
Wanting to have the same schedule as a friend.
Wanting to have a different lunch.
Wanting to switch out of a year-long class—remember, if you signed up for Choir or Band, you committed for the full year.
Lift up your teammates with kind words and encouragement — your words matter more than you know.
Positive attitudes are contagious, so bring your best energy today and help set the tone for a great week.
REAL BlueJays model respect and kindness in every space, whether it’s the hallway, the cafeteria, or the classroom. Be R.E.A.L. every day. And always know, we’re glad you’re here.
Girls basketball last night against Ogemaw Heights
7th grade won 50-29
8th grade won 45-16
BlueJays, we’ve got TWO SOAR contests happening right now!
First up: Coins for a Cause!
November is National Homelessness Awareness Month, and we’re teaming up with the United Way to support the Isabella County Restoration House.
If you’ve got loose change at home, bring it to your SOAR class for the next 6 days through Tuesday, November 24. Every coin helps make a difference for families in our community—let’s see how much we can raise!
Next: Hoops for Hunger!
This food drive runs until December 19th, and every item you bring helps fight hunger right here in Isabella County.
You can donate:
Non-perishable food: canned fruits & veggies, soups, cereal, boxed meals, condiments
Household & hygiene items: shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, paper products, diapers
And remember: $1 = 9 pounds of food!
The SOAR class in each grade with the most total pounds collected earns a trip to the Hoops for Hunger basketball game on January 7th!
If you have questions, just ask a WEB member or someone from the Leadership Class.
BlueJays, you are able to look at your next Tri schedule in PowerSchool and might want to see if you can change it. This week will be the best week to try, if your reasons are appropriate
Appropriate reasons to request a schedule change:
You have two of the same class.
You are missing a core class (Math, ELA, Science, Social Studies).
You would like to see if there is a different elective option available.
Not appropriate reasons to request a schedule change:
Wanting to have the same schedule as a friend.
Wanting to have a different lunch.
Wanting to switch out of a year-long class—remember, if you signed up for Choir or Band, you committed for the full year.
Lift up your teammates with kind words and encouragement — your words matter more than you know.
Positive attitudes are contagious, so bring your best energy today and help set the tone for a great week.
REAL BlueJays model respect and kindness in every space, whether it’s the hallway, the cafeteria, or the classroom. Be R.E.A.L. every day. And always know, we’re glad you’re here.
SMS: BlueJay families, please check out the latest bulletin here: https://secure.smore.com/n/68p1j. Remember that there is no school on Monday November 17
SMS Announcements
Girls Basketball against Clare
7th grade won 46-8
8th grade lost 22-33
Come see the High School Theatre Class’s fall production of The House of Thrills and Chills! This spooky comedy takes you inside the aftermath of a haunted house where you’ll have to decide for yourself... are monsters, ghosts, and goblins [gulp] real? The performance is tomorrow at 7:00pm in the auditorium. open seating with a $5 suggested donation. You could donate $10 or $1, it doesn't matter, we just want you there!
Cooperation means working together, even when we have different perspectives. Being a R.E.A.L. Bluejay means showing respect by listening to others’ ideas and staying engaged, even when you don’t agree. Together, we can accomplish more when we value everyone’s voice and find common ground
BlueJays we have our veteran’s Day Assembly today. Remember to be R.E.A.L.— Respectful, Engaged, Accountable, and Leaders during the program.
Respectful — Show honor to our veterans and presenters by sitting quietly, listening, and keeping your attention forward.
Engaged — Focus on the message and reflect
Accountable — Follow directions, stay seated, and represent yourself and our school well.
Leaders — Be a role model. Set the example for how Shepherd BlueJays show gratitude and respect.
Be R.E.A.L. every day. And always know, we’re glad you’re here.”
Girls Basketball against Clare
7th grade won 46-8
8th grade lost 22-33
Come see the High School Theatre Class’s fall production of The House of Thrills and Chills! This spooky comedy takes you inside the aftermath of a haunted house where you’ll have to decide for yourself... are monsters, ghosts, and goblins [gulp] real? The performance is tomorrow at 7:00pm in the auditorium. open seating with a $5 suggested donation. You could donate $10 or $1, it doesn't matter, we just want you there!
Cooperation means working together, even when we have different perspectives. Being a R.E.A.L. Bluejay means showing respect by listening to others’ ideas and staying engaged, even when you don’t agree. Together, we can accomplish more when we value everyone’s voice and find common ground
BlueJays we have our veteran’s Day Assembly today. Remember to be R.E.A.L.— Respectful, Engaged, Accountable, and Leaders during the program.
Respectful — Show honor to our veterans and presenters by sitting quietly, listening, and keeping your attention forward.
Engaged — Focus on the message and reflect
Accountable — Follow directions, stay seated, and represent yourself and our school well.
Leaders — Be a role model. Set the example for how Shepherd BlueJays show gratitude and respect.
Be R.E.A.L. every day. And always know, we’re glad you’re here.”
Come join us for the Veterans day assembly on Tuesday, November 11th, at 9:00am in the Shepherd High School gymnasium.
SMS Announcements:
Next Week, Tuesday November 11th is Veteran's Day. Shepherd Middle School and High School will be putting on our annual Veteran's Day Assembly. All veterans are welcome to attend, so if you have a family member or friend you'd like to come to, please see Mr. TerBurgh in room 315 for an invitation. We hope to see your veterans there and I'll guarantee they will appreciate the invitation from you!
There is a parent/informational meeting for competitive cheer for middle school girls on Monday at 5:30 in the cafeteria. Anyone who is interested should come and get more information.
Congratulations to the Middle School Musical Cast and Crew on your performance of Kokonut Island yesterday! You all did the hardest part, performing in front of your peers, and you absolutely rocked it. With all that energy and confidence, tonight and tomorrow’s shows will be a walk in the park.
After School Reminder:Unless you have a practice, game, or another event happening right after school—or you’re under direct staff supervision—you must leave the building by 3:15 p.m. If your event starts later, you can return at the appropriate time.
Take a moment to think back on your week. What’s something you did to contribute to your team? Maybe you helped a classmate, stayed positive during group work, or encouraged a friend. Every small act of teamwork helps make our school stronger and shows what it means to be a R.E.A.L. BlueJay — Respectful, Engaged, Accountable, and a Leader.
Be R.E.A.L. every day. And always know, we’re glad you’re here.”
Next Week, Tuesday November 11th is Veteran's Day. Shepherd Middle School and High School will be putting on our annual Veteran's Day Assembly. All veterans are welcome to attend, so if you have a family member or friend you'd like to come to, please see Mr. TerBurgh in room 315 for an invitation. We hope to see your veterans there and I'll guarantee they will appreciate the invitation from you!
There is a parent/informational meeting for competitive cheer for middle school girls on Monday at 5:30 in the cafeteria. Anyone who is interested should come and get more information.
Congratulations to the Middle School Musical Cast and Crew on your performance of Kokonut Island yesterday! You all did the hardest part, performing in front of your peers, and you absolutely rocked it. With all that energy and confidence, tonight and tomorrow’s shows will be a walk in the park.
After School Reminder:Unless you have a practice, game, or another event happening right after school—or you’re under direct staff supervision—you must leave the building by 3:15 p.m. If your event starts later, you can return at the appropriate time.
Take a moment to think back on your week. What’s something you did to contribute to your team? Maybe you helped a classmate, stayed positive during group work, or encouraged a friend. Every small act of teamwork helps make our school stronger and shows what it means to be a R.E.A.L. BlueJay — Respectful, Engaged, Accountable, and a Leader.
Be R.E.A.L. every day. And always know, we’re glad you’re here.”
SMS Announcements
Girls basketball last night against St. Louis.
7th grade won with a score of 32-2
And 8th grade 30-22
Our Theatre classes have been busy designing their very own shoebox sets, and their creativity really shines! They will be on display outside the 8th-grade bathrooms from 11:25 to 1:00. Be sure to stop by and check out their amazing work!
After School Reminder:Unless you have a practice, game, or another event happening right after school or you’re under direct staff supervision, you must leave the building by 3:15 p.m. If your event starts later, you can return at the appropriate time.
Teamwork starts with listening and understanding. Take time today to really listen to your friends’ ideas. When we respect each other’s thoughts and work together, we show what it means to be R.E.A.L. BlueJays ; respectful, engaged, accountable, and leaders in our school community!
Be R.E.A.L. every day. And always know, we’re glad you’re here.”
Girls basketball last night against St. Louis.
7th grade won with a score of 32-2
And 8th grade 30-22
Our Theatre classes have been busy designing their very own shoebox sets, and their creativity really shines! They will be on display outside the 8th-grade bathrooms from 11:25 to 1:00. Be sure to stop by and check out their amazing work!
After School Reminder:Unless you have a practice, game, or another event happening right after school or you’re under direct staff supervision, you must leave the building by 3:15 p.m. If your event starts later, you can return at the appropriate time.
Teamwork starts with listening and understanding. Take time today to really listen to your friends’ ideas. When we respect each other’s thoughts and work together, we show what it means to be R.E.A.L. BlueJays ; respectful, engaged, accountable, and leaders in our school community!
Be R.E.A.L. every day. And always know, we’re glad you’re here.”
SMS Announcements
At the Middle School Regional Cross Country meet yesterday, both the boys and girls took 5th place in the large school division. All Regional honors went to Caleb Cahoon and Tavid Leonard on the boys team. Emily Johnson and Reagan Bellinger on the girls team.
On Shepherds all time top 25 best runners: Caleb Cahoon is now #2 with a time of 10:55 and Tavid Leonard is #20 with a time of 11:59. Congratulations on a great season.
Semper Fit is selling flag pins for $1. This will take place before soar and at lunch. Semper fit is selling through the 11th of November.
Your choices determine your future. Make choices today you’ll be proud of tomorrow! Real BlueJays take responsibility for their actions and set a positive example for others. Every smart, kind, and responsible choice you make helps shape the kind of future you want. Be R.E.A.L. every day. And always know, we’re glad you’re here.
But One more thing. Since Saturday night is the Battle for the Paul Bunyan Trophy in East Lansing, everyone is encouraged to wear Maize and Blue tomorrow!
If you really need to, you can also wear Green. We’ll allow it.
But here’s the curveball… it’s also CMU Homecoming Weekend, so if you need to show your Maroon and Gold, that’s fair game too.
Hail and Go Blue!
At the Middle School Regional Cross Country meet yesterday, both the boys and girls took 5th place in the large school division. All Regional honors went to Caleb Cahoon and Tavid Leonard on the boys team. Emily Johnson and Reagan Bellinger on the girls team.
On Shepherds all time top 25 best runners: Caleb Cahoon is now #2 with a time of 10:55 and Tavid Leonard is #20 with a time of 11:59. Congratulations on a great season.
Semper Fit is selling flag pins for $1. This will take place before soar and at lunch. Semper fit is selling through the 11th of November.
Your choices determine your future. Make choices today you’ll be proud of tomorrow! Real BlueJays take responsibility for their actions and set a positive example for others. Every smart, kind, and responsible choice you make helps shape the kind of future you want. Be R.E.A.L. every day. And always know, we’re glad you’re here.
But One more thing. Since Saturday night is the Battle for the Paul Bunyan Trophy in East Lansing, everyone is encouraged to wear Maize and Blue tomorrow!
If you really need to, you can also wear Green. We’ll allow it.
But here’s the curveball… it’s also CMU Homecoming Weekend, so if you need to show your Maroon and Gold, that’s fair game too.
Hail and Go Blue!
SMS Announcements
Cross Country from yesterday. Both the boys and girls teams earned 2nd place in the Jack Pine Conference.
Caleb Cahoon was the Conference champion. Tavid Leonard, Will Robb, Emily Johnson, and Reagan Bellinger earned 2nd Team all conference honors.
All 7th and 8th grade girls interested in basketball and any middle school students interested in wrestling—please sign up in Final Forms and make sure you have a current physical on file.
Girls Basketball practice starts Monday, Oct. 20 from 3:15–5:15 in the Middle School Gym.
Official Practice for Wrestling starts next Monday, October 20th, after school in the elementary gym. Come be a part of a great tradition.
Picture retake day will be Tuesday, Oct 21, 2025
Self-direction involves persistence — if something gets tough, keep trying instead of giving up. Every challenge is a chance to grow stronger and more confident in yourself. When you push through and stay focused, you’re showing Engagement and Leadership, two important parts of being R.E.A.L. Keep going — you’ve got this!
Be R.E.A.L. every day. And always know, we’re glad you’re here.”
Girls Youth Basketball sign up is open. Sign up forms are in the office.
Make up / retake day is Tuesday, October 21, 2025 .
Youth boys basketball registration is now open for grades 3-6!
